Atishi Marlena / Why the transfer of 5000 teachers in Delhi was stopped, Education Minister told the reason

Atishi Marlena: Delhi Education Minister Atishi has directed the Chief Secretary to stop the compulsory transfer of 5,000 teachers who have been teaching in Delhi government schools for more than 10 years with immediate effect, following allegations of corruption in the transfer process. At a press conference, Atishi spoke on the damage of transfers on the education system. She said, "This order is completely wrong and anti-education. It undermines the hard work of teachers who have transformed Delhi government schools in the last 10 years."

The Directorate of Education had issued a circular titled "Online Request for Transfer of Teaching Staff of Directorate of Education" on June 11, which directed under clause 16 that all teachers who have served in the same school for more than 10 years must compulsorily apply for transfer, failing which the Directorate of Education will transfer them to any school.

Importance of teachers in students' lives

On July 1, Atishi had ordered that no teacher should be transferred just because he or she has spent more than 10 years in a particular school. Atishi emphasised the important role these teachers play in the lives of their students, especially those from poor backgrounds. "These children are mostly first-generation students who do not get any academic support at home. For them, their teachers are their only academic guides," she said.

Atishi referred to NEP

The Delhi education minister also referred to the National Education Policy (NEP), which discourages frequent or large-scale transfers of teachers. She said stability in the appointment of teachers is essential to maintain the quality of education, especially for weaker students. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader also raised serious concerns about "corruption" in the transfer process. He said, "There are alarming reports that bribes have been taken to prevent transfers. This is extremely worrying, as corruption in the education department endangers the future of our children."

Strict action against the guilty

The minister vowed to immediately investigate these allegations and take strict action against any official found guilty of accepting bribes. He expressed the commitment of the Arvind Kejriwal government to support teachers and improve the education system in the capital. He said, "We respect our teachers and will not allow any compromise with their rights or the education of our children. It is because of these dedicated teachers that our government schools are now performing better than private schools."

दिल्ली सरकार के स्कूलों के 5000 शिक्षकों को compulsory ट्रांसफ़र करने के शिक्षा विभाग के अनुचित ऑर्डर पर महत्वपूर्ण प्रेस कांफ्रेंस | LIVE https://t.co/SisCpQafDi

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